Samantha's POV
The message on my phone felt like a gut-grab. At the computer, Jared's words mocked me back, and my fingers shook.
You didn't think you could run nonstop.
I felt a cold shudder run down my back. He first found us how soon? Not one hour had elapsed since we arrived at the safe house. Panic tore at my chest even as I forced myself to stay calm. These days, fear cannot control me.
Looking at Adrian, still asleep on the cot, his breathing was shallow but regular. He was frigid, and his pale complexion was enough to convince me I had to be strong for him whatever lay ahead. Now it was my turn to save him; he had saved me, fought for me.
Lucas crossed his arms and studied me closely from the doorway. Though he felt something was off, I wasn't sure what degree he could see in
